According to the American Heart Association, more than two million Americans suffer from atrial fibrillation (a-fib). Half of those who have a-fib don’t even know it. Why does that matter? Because a-fib is one of the leading causes of stroke.

If you have two or more risk factors (see above), learn how to take your pulse (call toll free 1-888-BH-PULSE). If your heart is skipping a beat, talk to your doctor. Have an EKG test approximately every five years.

51–64

If you have one or more risk factors (see above), see your doctor.

65+

No risk factors necessary. Talk to your doctor annually or more frequently about your heart health.